Spring Project – make a Washi Tape Topiary Centerpiece {tutorial}!

Washi Tape is Japanese decorative tape — Washi comes from wa meaning Japanese and shi meaning paper, and the term is used to describe paper made by hand in the traditional manner.

I love all of the different patterns and colors that are available in these tapes.

I have seen some great ideas in packaging and gift cars, but not that many home deocr projects using Washi Tape.

And I always like a challenge, so I have been experimenting, trying to find some decorative applications for Washi Tape.

Last week I shared my Spring Frames Wall with some Washi Tape embellishments. I liked using the Washi Tape so much that I decided to make a display for my kitchen island. I was looking to create something light and pretty for Spring.

I found three polka dot pots – perfect for topiaries.**I found the green balls and polka dot pots at a store called Tai Pan Trading{they have locations in Utah and California}

I also picked up some decorative greenery balls for the topiaries. Then I wrapped some dowels in different Washi Tape and attached the dowels to the balls with my trusty hot glue gun.

I didn’t have any florists foam, so I cut up a $1 Dollar Store wreath and placed them in the pots. I hot glued them to the bottom. And then I placed the dowels in the florists foam. To cover up the foam, I poured some grocery store lentils over the top. I love the texture of the lentils. Pretty!!

For the “tray”, I took a clearance picture frame and put some pretty fabric in it.

Then I decided that it needed some feet.

I replaced the knobs in my kitchen a couple of years ago and kept the old, wooden knobs in a tupperware. So I took 4 of the old knobs and painted them white. And since I might want to use the frame again in the future, I applied the knobs to the frame with velcro that can be easily removed.

I also applied some Washi Tape to the outside of the frame.

I love Washi tape because it’s colorful, but it is also so easy to remove. So if I want to change out the color of my centerpiece, I can peel off that color of Washi Tape and change it for something else.

And I also used my Silhouette to create a Spring saying.

And I made some different flowers that go with the different colors of Washi Tape.

I applied them with Glue Dots, that way I can change out the flowers easily too!!

Comments

Now you have done it down another rabbit trail for me I have to do both of these projects I am so loving them… Have never used the tape before/Any hints? Where is the best place to purchase? Is it hard to work with-and the tray is to stinkn cute on the fabric did you just stick it in or staple or velcro???Also have a couple questions about your machine Silohoutte thingy do you love it? Is it worth the investment? Is it hard to use? where do you recommend purchasing? Can you tell I am a newbie???? Please FB friend me jm monroe Thanks and Smiles Julie

Wow, Jen! Loved getting caught up on your blog. I have inspiration overload going on in my brain right now, you have so many great projects. I am heading to Salt Lake in a couple of weeks and can't wait to go to Tai Pan to look for these cute flower pots. Thanks for sharing!

Ahh Jen- a girl who loves sticky, patterned tape just as much as I do! great idea! Love that you used your leftover knobs as feet. too cute!! Not even going to talk about all the extra knobs I have hanging out in my house!Love it! Thanks for the inspiration!!

You amaze me. You are so clever and artistic. You make e smile.I am still in the hospital after the accident but I am getting better.I have a long way to go but I take just one day at a time. Thank you for your prayers and best wishes.Hugs, Lura

I really love these Jen!! The tap adds such a fun touch of pattern to everything! I'm going to have to hunt some down!The whole display is so cute.I really enjoyed getting to meet you this weekend! It was one of the highlights of my trip! 🙂

Great post! Saw this before I left for my errands on my babysitter Tuesdays (when a sitter comes and I go shopping)! Looked all over for Washi tape only to realize it is not sold locally (Hobby Lobby, Joanns or Michaels). Now I realize just how special it is. When I do get some I will be one of the few around with it!! I couldn't find those cute topiary balls either. Did get my knobs and pots!!!

Love the washi tape. Wish I would have bought a huge boxful when we lived in Japan and could get it at the Japanese dollar store! I've already gone through my stash in the few months we've been back in the states.

Love IT!!!!! I have to find the tape and start creating. You have inspired me to do so much (in my brain is where alot if it gets done) but I am slowly accomplishing new projects. Must do this! Great tray! Keep up the great creating!Amy

I have never heard of this before! Awesome! (BTW- I think I like the green version the best.) Great job… as usual. (Did you do this on the plane on the way back from CE? Where DO you find the time to do all of this!?)

That is super cute! Can I ask where you found your supplies? I love the pots and didn't know you could buy the topiary balls like that. We only have a Hobby Lobby in our area so I am wondering if they carry Washi tape. Sorry for the questions! I really liked it! :O)

When you projects like these, I remember why I fell in love with your blog in the first place. I love that you made a tray (with legs!!!) out of a picture frame. Even more, I love that you've made it so it's not permanent and that you can reuse it as a frame…or whatever. The tape is so cool! I love the many things you can do with it (just saw it used on Mod Podge Rocks to make a pendant).

Jen,I love this idea! Not only do I think that the topiaries are cool, but I love how you created the little table for them out of a picture frame and knobs! So brilliant! And the washi tape is cool- definitely something I am going to need to try.I am going to link to this post and include a photo in my Sunday's post (4/17) Links to Love at http://www.momof6.com!Thanks for sharing this!

I LOVE this!! It's so simple and springy!! :)I adore that you made a tray from a frame and some knobs!! Genius!! I will have to try this!! PS There is a tutorial on Sunshine and Carousels blog about making your own washi tape!! You should check it out!! 😉Have a wonderful day!! xoxo

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